Baked Eggs with Spinach

Gluten Free
Health score
24%
Baked Eggs with Spinach
45 min.
4
314kcal

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Start your day off right with a delightful dish that combines the richness of eggs with the vibrant flavors of fresh spinach. Our Baked Eggs with Spinach is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome, gluten-free option that caters to various meal occasions, whether it's a leisurely brunch or a quick breakfast before heading out the door.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying meal that serves four, making it perfect for family gatherings or a cozy morning with friends. The creamy texture of the heavy cream melds beautifully with the sautéed spinach, creating a luscious base for the perfectly baked eggs. Each ramekin is a little treasure, with the egg yolk nestled in the center, waiting to be broken and mixed with the savory spinach.

Not only is this dish delicious, but it also packs a nutritional punch, with a caloric breakdown that highlights its protein and healthy fat content. Pair it with crispy bacon and buttered toast for a complete breakfast experience that will keep you energized throughout the day. Just a word of caution: the eggs in this recipe are intentionally left slightly runny, so if you're concerned about food safety, consider using pasteurized eggs or cooking them until the yolks are fully set. Dive into this scrumptious recipe and elevate your morning meal to new heights!

Ingredients

  • servings accompaniments: bacon and buttered toast 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 cup heavy cream 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.3 pound pkt spinach coarsely chopped (2 bunches)
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • ramekin
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Cook onion in butter in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add spinach and cook, covered, stirring 2 or 3 times, until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Remove lid and cook, stirring, until excess liquid is evaporated, 2 to 4 minutes.
  5. Add cream, salt, and pepper and simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Arrange buttered ramekins in a shallow baking pan and divide spinach among them. Make an indentation in center of each and carefully crack an egg into each indentation.
  7. Bake in middle of oven until whites are just set, about 15 minutes.
  8. Serve eggs in ramekins with bacon and toast.
  9. The eggs in this recipe will not be fully cooked, which may be of concern if salmonella is a problem in your area. As an alternative, use pasteurized eggs (sold in cartons) or bake eggs until yolks are fully set.

Nutrition Facts

Calories314kcal
Protein17.06%
Fat75%
Carbs7.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16
Glycemic Load
0.66
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
30.938260575999%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
1.05mg
Kaempferol
9.04mg
Myricetin
0.5mg
Quercetin
5.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:313.62kcal
15.68%
Fat:26.88g
41.35%
Saturated Fat:12.74g
79.61%
Carbohydrates:6.39g
2.13%
Net Carbohydrates:3.26g
1.19%
Sugar:1.36g
1.52%
Cholesterol:237.98mg
79.33%
Sodium:625.44mg
27.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.76g
27.52%
Vitamin K:686.02µg
653.35%
Vitamin A:14036.64IU
280.73%
Folate:299.5µg
74.88%
Manganese:1.3mg
64.85%
Vitamin C:39.95mg
48.42%
Vitamin B2:0.55mg
32.59%
Selenium:21.86µg
31.23%
Magnesium:122.26mg
30.57%
Iron:4.84mg
26.87%
Potassium:924.92mg
26.43%
Vitamin E:3.84mg
25.62%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.36%
Phosphorus:213.42mg
21.34%
Calcium:184.66mg
18.47%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.04%
Fiber:3.13g
12.54%
Copper:0.23mg
11.69%
Zinc:1.71mg
11.41%
Vitamin B5:1.04mg
10.4%
Vitamin D:1.51µg
10.07%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
9.98%
Vitamin B3:1.96mg
9.82%
Source:Epicurious